Rights & Responsibilities

Rights of U.S. citizens

Responsibilities of U.S. citizens

• Vote in federal elections
• Serve on a jury
• Bring family members to the United States
• Obtain citizenship for children born abroad
• Travel with a U.S. passport
• Run for federal office
• Become eligible for federal grants and scholarships

• Support and defend the Constitution
• Serve the country when required
• Participate in the democratic process
• Respect and obey federal, state, and local laws
• Respect the rights, beliefs, and opinions of others
• Participate in your local community